Research Assistant II

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Research Assistant II Position Details Job Title: Research Assistant II Position Number: 8150632 Job Category: University Staff Job Type: Full Time FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Campus: Maywood-Health Sciences Campus Department: Department of Medicine (06500A) Is this split and/or fully grant funded? No

Responsibilities

Supports research projects focused on stem cell, regenerative, and lung biology in mice and human.

Planning, implementation and analysis of research projects, as instructed by Principal Investigator (PI).

Managing mouse colonies, including mouse ordering, breeding & genotyping.

Assist tissue harvesting (lung, spleen, blood, BALF, airway), and mouse injections, such as intraperitoneal, intravenous, subcutaneous and intra-tracheal injections.

Establish lung disease modeling in mice following various established injury protocols.

Assists PI, research staff, and students with lab procedures and projects as needed, such as immunohistochemistry, microscopy, flow cytometry, tissue cell cultures.

Maintains overall lab organization including ordering supplies, preparing reagents, monitoring equipment and compliance with safety regulations.

Maintains all study records in secure files.

Troubleshoot problems with methodology.

Attends weekly journal clubs, department seminars and lab meetings.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience Required: Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences. Preferred: Master’s Degree or higher in related fields. Notes: Candidates with Doctoral Degree are strongly encouraged as well (titles are adjustable to match previous experiences and technical expertise). Biology, Molecular biology, Regenerative Medicine, Immunology, Biology of Aging, or other biomedical sciences. Minimum lab experience: 1-2 years of post‑graduation job experience. Previous lab experience with tissue cell culture techniques, immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry and microscopy are strongly preferred. Ability to use Adobe Illustrator, Image J and Flowjo are strongly recommended.

Core Competencies

Strong interest in science with self‑motivation.

Fast to learn and apply new skills.

Proficiency with mouse colony management and handling.

Familiarity with IACUC protocol writing, amendment and ability to follow Vivarium regulations and animal study ethics.

Ability to multitask and be flexible in planning, coordinating and generating mice for multiple research projects.

Ability to follow existing protocols and establish new procedures following publicly available methods.

Ability to function independently and manage own time and work tasks accurately and consistently.

Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Ability to use Microsoft Office, Prism, and other routine computer software for data analysis.

An effective team player with strong interpersonal skills.

Certificates/Credentials/Licenses: N/A Computer Skills: N/A

Maximum Salary: $22.50/hr Minimum Salary: $18.50/hr

Special Instructions to Applicants As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago’s mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university’s focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed .

About Loyola University Chicago Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes —including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences—Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation’s top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold‑rated institution that is ranked as one of the country’s most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world.

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